We test out the 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP in western North Carolina. (Photo by Dave Schelske) The 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP is the “Sports Production” version of the MT-09, which is now in its fourth generation since it debuted 10 years ago. The SP ups the performance with better suspension and brakes, plus a few extras. High-quality components on the SP include a higher-spec KYB fork with DLC-coated tubes and full adjustability, a fully adjustable Öhlins shock with remote reservoir, Brembo Stylema brakes, a wireless key system, and special settings in the electronics suite. We traveled to western North Carolina to try out the SP on some of the area’s most famous motorcycling roads – including the Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, and the Cherohala Skyway – and to find out if the higher-spec SP is truly worth its $1,700 premium over the base model. Read our 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Review 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Specs Base Price: $12,299 Website: YamahaMotorSports.com Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles Engine Type: Liquid-cooled transverse inline-Triple, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl.  Displacement: 890cc Bore x Stroke: 78.0 x 62.1mm Horsepower: 117 hp @ 10,000 rpm (factory claim) Torque: 69 lb-ft @ 7,000 rpm (factory claim) Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch  Final Drive: Chain Wheelbase: 56.3 in. Rake/Trail: 24.7 degrees/4.3 in. Seat Height: 32.5 in. Wet Weight: 428 lb (factory claim) Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. Fuel Consumption: 41.3 mpg (MT-09) GEAR UP Helmet: Speed and Strength SS900 Jacket: Speed and Strength Lightspeed Mesh Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Gloves: Speed and Strength Rust and Redemption Pants: Speed and Strength Dogs of War Boots: Speed and Strength United by Speed Shoe The post 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Video Review appeared first on Rider Magazine.